Support Shannon Mendez in Her Fight for Justice

2ND UPDATE:Dear Community, Shannon is home! We are deeply grateful for the overwhelming outpouring of love and support. She has already met with her defense attorney and will meet with her immigration attorney next week. While cases like this are typically lengthy and complex for U.S. citizens, Shannon's situation is even more delicate. The road ahead will be challenging, but with Shannon's strength, the support of our family, and the care of her amazing friends, we are confident we will get through this together. Once again, thank you to everyone who prayed, reached out, and contributed to Shannon's defense. She's home, and she's safe.

1ST UPDATE: First, a heartfelt thank you to everyone, especially those who have generously donated. Your support truly shows how much people care, and we are deeply grateful. We’re currently working with an attorney and have learned that we need two separate legal experts: a criminal attorney and an immigration attorney. As many of you know, these legal processes can be expensive, and we need all the help we can get. Today marks the 4th day without seeing our sister Shannon, and we’re hoping for a speedy resolution to this situation. Again, thank you to everyone who has donated and for all your ongoing support. Please continue to keep Shannon in your thoughts and prayers. Read Her Story Below.

PRIMERA ACTUALIZACIÓN: En primer lugar, un sincero agradecimiento a todos, especialmente a aquellos que han donado generosamente. Su apoyo realmente muestra cuánto se preocupa la gente, y estamos profundamente agradecidos. Actualmente estamos trabajando con un abogado y hemos aprendido que necesitamos dos expertos legales separados: un abogado penal y un abogado de inmigración. Como muchos de ustedes saben, estos procesos legales pueden ser costosos, y necesitamos toda la ayuda que podamos obtener. Hoy se cumple el cuarto día sin ver a nuestra hermana Shannon, y esperamos una rápida resolución de esta situación. Una vez más, gracias a todos los que han donado y por todo su apoyo continuo. Por favor, continúen teniendo a Shannon en sus pensamientos y oraciones. Lea Su Historia A Continuación.

Dear Friends, Family, and Kind Strangers,

We are reaching out to you in a time of great hardship for our beloved Shannon Mendez,  who is a DACA recipient, who is currently facing a devastating and unjust situation. Shannon, a dedicated and loving aunt, sister, friend, and civilian, has been falsely accused,  when she was trying to take care of her family, and has been wrongfully incarcerated. As an immigrant, she is vulnerable to a system that often does not take her rights and dignity into account.

Throughout her life, Shannon has worked tirelessly to build a better future for herself. She worked hard to pursue her education and complete her career, all on her own. Against many odds, she has always demonstrated resilience, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to achieving her goals. She has not only been an inspiration to the younger ones of our family but to her friends and others around her. She has fought endlessly for her own house and a degree at the University of Delaware. Her journey has been one of perseverance, and she has always strived to give back to her community meaningfully.

We ask for your support in helping Shannon,  through this tough time. The legal process has been complex, and the costs of hiring a qualified attorney, securing proper legal representation, and addressing her immigration status are overwhelming. Shannon has always been a person who contributes positively to her community, and we know this injustice can be corrected with the right legal assistance and support. Anything you can contribute, no matter how small, is greatly appreciated. Your generosity and support mean the world to us during this incredibly challenging time.

Please consider donating and sharing this campaign with your network. Your kindness is truly a lifeline for Shannon, and we are deeply grateful for your help.

Thank you for standing with us and for Shannon Mendez.

With heartfelt gratitude,
Mendez/Silva Family

Queridos amigos, familiares 

Nos acercamos a usted en un momento de gran dificultad para nuestra querida Shannon Méndez, quien es beneficiaria de DACA y actualmente enfrenta una situación devastadora e injusta. Shannon, una tía, hermana, amiga y civil dedicada y cariñosa, ha sido acusada falsamente cuando intentaba cuidar de su familia y ha sido encarcelada injustamente. Como inmigrante, es vulnerable a un sistema que a menudo no tiene en cuenta sus derechos y su dignidad.

A lo largo de su vida, Shannon ha trabajado incansablemente para construir un futuro mejor para ella. Trabajó duro para continuar su educación y completar su carrera, todo por su cuenta. Contra muchas probabilidades, ella siempre ha demostrado resiliencia, dedicación y un compromiso inquebrantable para lograr sus objetivos. Ella no solo ha sido una inspiración para los más jóvenes de nuestra familia sino también para sus amigos y otras personas que la rodean. Ha luchado sin cesar por tener su propia casa y un título en la Universidad de Delaware. Su viaje ha sido de perseverancia y siempre se ha esforzado por contribuir de manera significativa a su comunidad.

Le pedimos su apoyo para ayudar a Shannon en este momento difícil. El proceso legal ha sido complejo y los costos de contratar a un abogado calificado, obtener una representación legal adecuada y abordar su estatus migratorio son abrumadores. Shannon siempre ha sido una persona que contribuye positivamente a su comunidad y sabemos que esta injusticia se puede corregir con la asistencia y el apoyo legal adecuados. Cualquier cosa que puedas aportar, por pequeña que sea, será muy apreciada. Su generosidad y apoyo significan mucho para nosotros durante este momento increíblemente desafiante.

Considere donar y compartir esta campaña con su red. Su amabilidad es verdaderamente un salvavidas para Shannon y estamos profundamente agradecidos por su ayuda.

Gracias por estar con nosotros y por Shannon Méndez.

Con sincero agradecimiento,

Familia Méndez/Silva